Administrative manager Jobs in North Vancouver, BC

Administrative Manager Legal Sector

Location : Vancouver BC (Primarily Remote with Occasional InOffice Responsibilities) Salary Range : $75000 $80000 per year

About the Company : Our client a newly formed organization in Vancouver BC is led by a commercial and business litigator lawyer with almost five decades of practice experience. The company specializes in facilitating Mediation and Arbitration sessions by connecting opposing counsel with a selection of skilled mediators experienced in various areas of law. They are seeking an Administrative Manager to join their team and oversee the daytoday operations ensuring a seamless user experience for the mediators they represent and the legal counsel who schedule mediations or arbitrations through their system.

Role Responsibilities :

Manage Booking Systems and Administrative Tasks : Oversee the scheduling and tracking of appointments with mediators and lawyers using their online scheduling system.

Communication and Customer Service : Handle emails bookings and customer service using Office 365 and a preconfigured laptop. Maintain a professional telephone manner and demonstrate extremely diligent and timely email communication skills.

Standard Administrative and Office Tasks : Manage information email and phone systems monthly business payables billing to mediators and all other office services related to the company.

Technology and Systems :

Website and Booking System : WordPress integrated with scheduling management system in OnceHub.

Document Management : Utilize NetDocs for document management related to arbitrations and mediations.

Office Software : Primarily use Microsoft Office 365 for managing operations and communications.

CRM : No dedicated CRM software; rely on Outlook and spreadsheets.

Phone System : Currently using a cell phone with potential transition to a virtual phone system.

Manage IT : Coordinate with a thirdparty IT consultant for all ITrelated matters.

Accounting and Billing :

Accounting : Invoicing mediators managing all vendor AP and AR fullcycle monthly bookkeeping including bank reconciliations payroll for 1 to 3 employees and generating simple monthly reports for the president.

Accounting Platform : Acquire and set up an accounting system like QuickBooks or similar small business accounting software.

Legal Administrative and Technical Requirements :

Online Booking System Management : Manage online bookings through the booking system.

Legal Assistant / Paralegal Skills : Facilitate the exchange of required mediation / arbitration materials among legal counsel and the mediator / arbitrator. Experience with legal documents and the NetDocs system is an asset.

Mediation Agreement Assistance : Assist in the signing and exchange of Mediation Agreements (not drafting).

Office and Remote Work :

Work Environment : Primarily remote with occasional inoffice responsibilities.

InOffice Presence : Expectation to be inoffice once a week for administrative tasks and coordination with the office space supplier.

Planning and Marketing : Coordinate with Marketing and the President for support as required.

Opportunities for Growth : Potential for increased responsibility and income as the organization grows.

Key Attributes :

Organizational Skills : Excel at multitasking and being highly organized.

Attention to Detail : Precision in dealing with legal documents and financial records.

Communication Skills : Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.

Technical Proficiency : Familiarity with online management software systems like OnceHub Office 365 NetDocs and accounting software such as QuickBooks.

Legal Knowledge : Understanding legal documents and processes.

Customer Service Oriented : Strong focus on providing excellent service to both mediators and legal counsel.

Flexibility and Adaptability : Ability to thrive in a small team and adapt to various work environments.

Entrepreneurial Mindset : Ability to identify and capitalize on new opportunities contribute innovative ideas and drive business growth.

Experience :

Previous experience in a legal administrative role.

Experience managing small business accounts payable receivable payroll and reporting.

Comfort with using a variety of software for scheduling document management and accounting.

Prior experience in a startup or entrepreneurial setting is a plus.

Personal Traits :

Professionalism : Polished demeanor in communication.

ProblemSolving : Efficiently handle logistical and administrative challenges.

Independence : Work independently and take initiative.

Proactive and Innovative : Identify potential improvements and implement solutions.

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Employment Type : Full Time